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Patient Scenario Harry Miller, 66 years old, went to his primary health care provider for his annual health assessment. He had gained 15 pounds in the past year. When the office nurse took his blood pressure, it was 166/92 mm Hg. The nurse took Mr. Miller's blood pressure again and then repeated it later after his health assessment was completed. Although the reading varied by a few points, it remained consistently high. Mr. Miller was obviously surprised at having hyperten- sion, because he said, "It has never been this high before. There must be something wrong with your machine." His health care provider tried to discuss the need for changes in his lifestyle as well as the need to take the medication prescribed for his blood pressure, but Mr. Miller said he had no questions and rushed out of the examining room. to control his high blood pressure to prevent serious risks, such as heart attack and stroke. Urge Mr. Miller and his wife to talk to a dietitian about a nutritious diet that would help him lose weight, contains recommended servings of fiber, fruits, and vegetables; and contains less salt. Explain the action of the prescribed medication and the importance of taking the medication to reduce and control his blood pressure. Encour- age Mr. Miller to make an appointment to return to the office on a regular basis and to be prepared to ask his provider the following three questions: • What is my main problem? • What do I need to do? • Why is it important for me to do this? What aditional measures can you take to help maintain health literacy in this patient and his wife? What other measures would be helpful for Mr. Miller if he did not Nursing Considerations: Tips for Improving Health Literacy Provide Mr. Miller with printed literature about high blood pres- sure, including causes and risks. Explain that it is important speak English, could not read, or had other learning deficits?

Patient Scenario Harry Miller, 66 years old, went to his primary health care provider for his annual health assessment. He had gained 15 pounds in the past year. When the office nurse took his blood pressure, it was 166/92 mm Hg. The nurse took Mr. Miller's blood pressure again and then repeated it later after his health assessment was completed. Although the reading varied by a few points, it remained consistently high. Mr. Miller was obviously surprised at having hyperten- sion, because he said, "It has never been this high before. There must be something wrong with your machine." His health care provider tried to discuss the need for changes in his lifestyle as well as the need to take the medication prescribed for his blood pressure, but Mr. Miller said he had no questions and rushed out of the examining room. to control his high blood pressure to prevent serious risks, such as heart attack and stroke. Urge Mr. Miller and his wife to talk to a dietitian about a nutritious diet that would help him lose weight, contains recommended servings of fiber, fruits, and vegetables; and contains less salt. Explain the action of the prescribed medication and the importance of taking the medication to reduce and control his blood pressure. Encour- age Mr. Miller to make an appointment to return to the office on a regular basis and to be prepared to ask his provider the following three questions: • What is my main problem? • What do I need to do? • Why is it important for me to do this? What aditional measures can you take to help maintain health literacy in this patient and his wife? What other measures would be helpful for Mr. Miller if he did not Nursing Considerations: Tips for Improving Health Literacy Provide Mr. Miller with printed literature about high blood pres- sure, including causes and risks. Explain that it is important speak English, could not read, or had other learning deficits?

Phlebotomy Essentials
Phlebotomy Essentials
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Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
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Patient Scenario Harry Miller, 66 years old, went to his primary health care provider for his annual health assessment. He had gained 15 pounds in the past year. When the office nurse took his blood pressure, it was 166/92 mm Hg. The nurse took Mr. Miller's blood pressure again and then repeated it later after his health assessment was completed. Although the reading varied by a few points, it remained consistently high. Mr. Miller was obviously surprised at having hyperten- sion, because he said, "It has never been this high before. There must be something wrong with your machine." His health care provider tried to discuss the need for changes in his lifestyle as well as the need to take the medication prescribed for his blood pressure, but Mr. Miller said he had no questions and rushed out of the examining room. to control his high blood pressure to prevent serious risks, such as heart attack and stroke. Urge Mr. Miller and his wife to talk to a dietitian about a nutritious diet that would help him lose weight, contains recommended servings of fiber, fruits, and vegetables; and contains less salt. Explain the action of the prescribed medication and the importance of taking the medication to reduce and control his blood pressure. Encour- age Mr. Miller to make an appointment to return to the office on a regular basis and to be prepared to ask his provider the following three questions: • What is my main problem? • What do I need to do? • Why is it important for me to do this? What aditional measures can you take to help maintain health literacy in this patient and his wife? What other measures would be helpful for Mr. Miller if he did not Nursing Considerations: Tips for Improving Health Literacy Provide Mr. Miller with printed literature about high blood pres- sure, including causes and risks. Explain that it is important speak English, could not read, or had other learning deficits?
Transcribed Image Text:Patient Scenario Harry Miller, 66 years old, went to his primary health care provider for his annual health assessment. He had gained 15 pounds in the past year. When the office nurse took his blood pressure, it was 166/92 mm Hg. The nurse took Mr. Miller's blood pressure again and then repeated it later after his health assessment was completed. Although the reading varied by a few points, it remained consistently high. Mr. Miller was obviously surprised at having hyperten- sion, because he said, "It has never been this high before. There must be something wrong with your machine." His health care provider tried to discuss the need for changes in his lifestyle as well as the need to take the medication prescribed for his blood pressure, but Mr. Miller said he had no questions and rushed out of the examining room. to control his high blood pressure to prevent serious risks, such as heart attack and stroke. Urge Mr. Miller and his wife to talk to a dietitian about a nutritious diet that would help him lose weight, contains recommended servings of fiber, fruits, and vegetables; and contains less salt. Explain the action of the prescribed medication and the importance of taking the medication to reduce and control his blood pressure. Encour- age Mr. Miller to make an appointment to return to the office on a regular basis and to be prepared to ask his provider the following three questions: • What is my main problem? • What do I need to do? • Why is it important for me to do this? What aditional measures can you take to help maintain health literacy in this patient and his wife? What other measures would be helpful for Mr. Miller if he did not Nursing Considerations: Tips for Improving Health Literacy Provide Mr. Miller with printed literature about high blood pres- sure, including causes and risks. Explain that it is important speak English, could not read, or had other learning deficits?
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